Definition
To be arrested by police, typically for driving under the influence. A euphemism for getting caught by law enforcement during a night of poor decisions.
Example Usage
Dave never made it home from the bar—apparently he got picked up on the highway.
Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=picked%20up&defid=3968200)
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